AN inquiry into concerns over Kirklees Council’s planning department is expected to finish within days.

Huddersfield Labour MP Barry Sheerman, who has also called for an investigation into planning issues, welcomed the news.

He said: “I have had a number of constituents come to me with concerns about planning issues, many of which go back before the current council administration, and I am delighted they are being examined.

“They have assured me a full investigation is taking place.

“It is about systems rather than individuals and hopefully within a week or so we should have the findings.

“I will await them with interest.”

The inquiry was launched earlier this month after it emerged that a senior Kirklees Council planning officer had connections with a private developer.